OPEYEMI FAMAKIN BIOGRAPHY, EDUCATION, CAREER, CONTROVERSIES AND NET WORTH

Mercy | September 14, 2024 | Find It | No Comments

Opeyemi Famakin is a well-known Nigerian food critic at “Eat with Ope” and journalist recognized for his straightforward and honest reviews of food establishments. Famakin’s journey in food criticism began with reviewing affordable street foods, making his content relatable to a broad audience.

Name	Opeyemi Famakin
Real Name	Opeyemi Famakin
Date of Birth	N/A
State of Origin	Osun State
Nationality	Nigerian
Occupation	Food Critic and Journalist
Religion	Christain
Marital Status	N/A
Net Worth	N/A
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OPEYEMI FAMAKIN BIOGRAPHY

Born and raised in Ile-Ife, Osun State, Nigeria, Famakin is the eldest of three children. His childhood was split between Nigeria and the United States due to his father’s government job, which required frequent relocations. This exposure to different cultures helped shape his diverse palate and love for food.

EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND

Famakin grew up in the Ikoyi area of Lagos State and went on to study Mass Communication at the University of Lagos (UNILAG), where he majored in Journalism.

CAREER

Opeyemi’s food criticism career began in March 2021 with his platform “Eat With Ope.” He quickly gained recognition for his stringent rating system, where he reserves a perfect score (10/10) solely for God and a near-perfect score (9/10) for himself.

Famakin considers himself an 8/10, making that the highest possible rating any dish can receive in his reviews. This meticulous and sometimes humorous approach to food reviews has established him as Nigeria’s biggest food critic.

He worked with Pulse NG during his sophomore year and quickly rose through the ranks to become a senior editor at the age of 23 or 24. He initially worked as a lifestyle journalist, covering topics like food and sex. However, after a few years in journalism, he felt the need for a change and transitioned into advertising.

CONTROVERSIES

He has faced backlash from restaurant owners and social media critics, his unflinching honesty has made him a respected figure in Nigeria’s food industry.

OPEYEMI FAMAKIN SOCIAL MEDIA HANDLE

https://www.instagram.com/opeyemifamakin?igsh=OTc4djJhdjF5ZDJ2

PERSONAL LIFE

His work has not only brought attention to different eateries but also fostered discussions around food quality and customer service in Nigeria. Famakin is now looking to expand his food review ventures beyond Nigeria to other West African countries.